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5 inch gauge "Metre Maid" 0-6-0ST - stock code 10416

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5 inch gauge "Metre Maid" 0-6-0ST
5 inch gauge "Metre Maid" 0-6-0ST
5 inch gauge "Metre Maid" 0-6-0ST
5 inch gauge "Metre Maid" 0-6-0ST
5 inch gauge "Metre Maid" 0-6-0ST
5 inch gauge "Metre Maid" 0-6-0ST
5 inch gauge "Metre Maid" 0-6-0ST
5 inch gauge "Metre Maid" 0-6-0ST
5 inch gauge "Metre Maid" 0-6-0ST
5 inch gauge "Metre Maid" 0-6-0ST
5 inch gauge "Metre Maid" 0-6-0ST
5 inch gauge "Metre Maid" 0-6-0ST
A 5 inch gauge "Metre Maid", 0-6-0 variant of the ever-popular "Sweet Pea" 0-4-0ST, complete with four-wheeled tender.

Fitted with with commercially built copper boiler by Cheddar, it has had recent hydraulic and steam tests with new certification issued.

In running order, it has a variety of jobs requiring attention which could be done whilst continuing to use the engine, including:

  • Service nearside water gauge which gives false reading
  • Check/adjust valve settings to improve reverse running
  • Repack pistons which blow by
  • Make/fit draincock linkage
  • Service/replace injector water valve on tender
On the positive side all water feeds work well, the pop-type safety valves are highly efficient.
gauge 5 inch
length/inches 32
width/inches 13
height/inches 22
wheel material cast iron
axlebox type plain bearing
cylinder material cast iron
valve type slide
valve gear Hackworth
reverser type pole
lubricator type mechanical
injector(s) 1
boiler number 538.11.83
year built 1983
boiler maker Cheddar Boilers
CE mark n/a - pre-2002
working pressure/psi 80
boiler type marine
boiler material copper
boiler construction silver soldered
hydraulic test valid to 4-Apr-2026
steam test valid to 4-Jun-2023
safety valve(s) 2
safety valve type pop
mechanical pump 1
hand pump 1
whistle yes